Ministry & seminary

ELCA Federal Chaplaincy Ministries Scholarship

For future military, VA or federal-prison chaplains.

PUBLISHED AMOUNTVaries; one-year award

FUNDING TYPEScholarship

Who it’s for

MDiv/MA study and ELCA pastor candidacy.
Military: pursue chaplain-candidate/officer appointment. VA/prison: at least one CPE unit.

Study stage: Seminary student
Church / community connection: ELCA
Eligible school or program: ELCA seminaries only
Residence / regional connection: No separate residence rule stated on the reviewed page; confirm the complete provider rules.

Timing & preparation

Date published

February 8–March 12, 2027.

Check the official form for required documents, recommendations, and any earlier supporting-material deadlines.

Source notes

We reviewed the sponsor’s published information on Nov 4, 2026. The sponsor’s current application rules govern.

Official program and eligibility www.elca.org
Official application windows www.elca.org